The USA orders the evacuation of non-essential personnel from its embassy in Beirut due to rising tensions in the Middle East.

The U.S. State Department has decided to withdraw non-essential personnel from its embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, amid rising tensions in the Middle East. This measure comes in the context of anticipated indirect discussions between the United States and Iran, scheduled for Thursday in Geneva. Osamah Khalil, the president of the International Relations Program at Syracuse University, was invited to comment on the situation on CBS News, emphasizing the importance of these negotiations in the current context. This withdrawal reflects growing concerns regarding the stability of the region and possible escalations of conflicts.

Donald Trump has deployed significant naval and air forces in the Middle East and says he is considering attacks against Iran, in the event that no agreement is reached regarding its nuclear program.